Crown FM-1 Digital Tuner - Classic FM Vibes

Crown Audio has long been known for its professional amplification.  Even since the 1960s, Crown equipment has been a common name in recording studios and concert venues. In 1947 an Elkhart, Indiana minister named Clarence C. Moore founded the International Radio and Electronics Corporation (IREC) which, over the years, has become better known as Crown Audio Inc. 

The Crown FM-1 is a 6-gang tuner with 3 ceramic filters and one "SAW" (Surface Acoustic Wave) filter, like those used in some of the better Kenwood tuners of this era. It has variable outputs with independent controls for the left and right channels, and a mute adjustment on the back along with multi-path outputs. 

The are a host of technological upgrades internally to the FM-1 that further set it apart from its contemporaries.  Everything from the internal layout, to unconventional choices for internal components and wiring routes, all contribute to its excellent performance.  The classic silver and black face with "digital" LED display and signal meters really make this a special piece to look at as well. 

This tuner is in very nice condition and locks onto all the Boston area frequencies and local stations, picks up a few even without an antenna.

Demos are available in Andover, MA. 

$499